'The Chosen One': LeBron James's high school jersey to fetch over $1 million at auction - Video
A game-worn high school jersey of NBA superstar LeBron James is set to go up for auction in Hong Kong, with expectations that it will fetch over $1 million.
The jersey, worn by James during his time at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School in Akron, Ohio, was famously featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 2002, when the former was dubbed "The Chosen One".
This iconic moment marked the beginning of his journey to becoming one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
The auction, organised by Julien’s Auctions, is part of their "Legends in Motion" exhibition, which showcases artefacts from global icons.
The event promises to be a highlight for collectors, with the LeBron James jersey expected to be one of the star attractions. The jersey's estimated value ranges between $1 million and $2 million, potentially setting a record for the most expensive high school jersey ever sold.
David Goodman, CEO of Julien’s Auctions, expressed excitement about the event, stating, “We are thrilled to present this extraordinary piece of sports history. The jersey represents a pivotal moment in LeBron James' career and is a testament to his enduring legacy”
"We've 80 items going on the auction block but of course taking centre stage is this shirt worn by LeBron James, the Irish number 23, St Vincent St Mary High School February 2002, when LeBron announced to the world that he was turning professional," added Julien's Auctions co-founder, Martin Nolan.
Julien's Auctions "Legends in Motion" is set to take place on September 28 at the Shangri-La Hotel, as well as online.
